Pet’s influence on humans’ daily physical activity and mental health: a meta-analysis

Frontiers in Public Health, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 11

Опубликована: Май 30, 2023

Abstract The benefits of the human-animal bond on owners’ health and quality life have been focus research in recent decades. However, results are still inconsistent. Thus, this study aims to investigate whether presence a pet, compared control group, influences daily physical activity levels mental using meta-analytic method. Methods PubMed, Web Science, Scopus databases were searched for all articles that included pets as an object related variables between pet owners non-owners until April 2022. PRISMA 2020 checklist was used, Downs Back used assess methodological studies. Standardized mean differences 95% confidence intervals difference group non-pet owners. Results An initial search located 11,389 studies, but only 49 studies fulfilled requirements. Our indicate moderately significant positive effect Among moderating variables, frequency showed highly effect, indicating had higher than non-owners. Moreover, our impact with low size when Conclusion Pet ownership does not seem influence health, it their activity. Specifically, show

Язык: Английский

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The Link between the Nature of the Human–Companion Animal Relationship and Well-Being Outcomes in Companion Animal Owners

Animals, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 14(3), С. 441 - 441

Опубликована: Янв. 29, 2024

Research into the impact of companion animals on well-being has been both extensive and inconclusive, with studies finding positive negative relationships. The present research explored three previously unexamined relationship science concepts that may help clarify whether provide benefits: self-expansion (the process adding content to self through incorporating new resources perspectives one’s identity or engaging in novel, exciting activities), perceived pet responsiveness, insensitivity; as well attachment. We focused dog cat owners’ depression, anxiety, affect, loneliness an online survey a large sample population (N = 1359). found insensitivity is significant predictor loneliness; attachment loneliness, affect; loneliness. Loneliness emerged mediator between insensitivity, attachment, self-expansion, all mental outcome variables. These findings indicate play important yet neglected role outcomes.

Язык: Английский

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Temporal patterns of owner-pet relationship, stress, and loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the effect of pet ownership on mental health: A longitudinal survey

PLoS ONE, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 18(4), С. e0284101 - e0284101

Опубликована: Апрель 26, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected us in numerous ways and may consequently impact our relationships with pet dogs cats. We conducted a longitudinal survey to examine the temporal patterns of owner-pet relationship, stress, loneliness during four phases pandemic: 1) pre-pandemic (February 2020), 2) lockdown (April June 3) reopening (September December 4) recovery (January 2021 2021). also investigated effect ownership on stress loneliness, by considering set priori causal assumptions. In addition, we hypothesized that differences levels between dog cat ownerships were mediated relationship. A total 4,237 participants (657 non-pet owners, 1,761 1,819 owners) completed one six surveys. Overall, closeness relationship owners their pets increased time study period. observed consistently showed larger decreases than owners. However, after adjusting for confounders, findings did not support mitigating ownership. Pet alleviate social resulting from lack friendships or workplace relationships, emotional due deficiencies family relationships. however, reported lower degree caused deficits romantic Our results indicated partially explained once this was accounted for, them reduced. summary, highlights dynamic effects mental health. It shows complexity association health,

Язык: Английский

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Puppies Raised during the COVID-19 Lockdown Showed Fearful and Aggressive Behaviors in Adulthood: An Italian Survey

Veterinary Sciences, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 10(3), С. 198 - 198

Опубликована: Март 5, 2023

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Prime Minister's decree issued by Italian government on 9 March 2020, known as "#Iorestoacasa" (I stay at home), required everyone to indoors, with a few exceptions, from 11 3 May 2020. This had substantial impact mental health of both people and dogs. We carried out national survey compare personalities adult dogs who were puppies in lockdown (from 2020) those born after that time June 2020 February 2021). Our results highlighted significant increase personality traits related fear aggression experienced restrictions during their socialization period, further confirming pandemic strongly impacted behavioral development Therefore, it may be advantageous for these closely monitored veterinary behaviorists receive specialized rehabilitation therapy lower risk episodes fearfulness well wellbeing raised under social restrictions.

Язык: Английский

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Pet attachment and owner personality

Frontiers in Psychiatry, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 15

Опубликована: Апрель 26, 2024

Introduction Research points to a relationship between owner personality and strength of attachment one’s pet, with implications for psychological health. So far, studies in this area, albeit sparse, have focused on the ‘Big Five’ traits personality. The ‘Dark Triad’ is cluster that has also been linked emotional deficits, but overlooked relation pet attachment. This study therefore examined association attachment, focusing both Methods A cross-sectional design was employed collect quantitative data from dog cat owners across globe May-June 2023. purpose-designed online survey collected sociodemographic details, along information ownership, pet-owner bond participant personality, assessed using Big Five scale Short Dark Triad scale. fully completed by 759 179 owners. Results Analysis revealed significant correlations many participants’ traits, within scales. Strength positively correlated neuroticism conscientiousness, and, more weakly, Machiavellianism. Regression analysis females, owners, people over age 50 individuals who had children under 18 years care were strongly attached their pets than others. Both conscientiousness found be predictors scores. None significantly predicted criterion. Discussion at least as measured approach assessment. There little support an although link these characteristics styles still unknown. investigation lends idea high levels are associated aligned ill-health. Further work recommended greater focus quality (e.g., style) bond.

Язык: Английский

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Companion animal and equine clinical research: a Nordic perspective

Acta veterinaria Scandinavica, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 67(1)

Опубликована: Янв. 6, 2025

Abstract Background The societal value of cats, dogs and horses is high, the companion sport animal health care sector growing. Clinical research concerning crucial for development evidence-based medical that benefits animals their owners, has implications human environmental from a One Health perspective. Basic information on equine enables more directed measures to improve conditions within area. aim present study was describe Nordic clinical 2010 2019, including bibliometrics, resources funding. Results There were 2 042 published publications originating countries cats (n = 282), 1 086), 781) 2019. majority (83%) came four universities with veterinary programs. Seven percent collaborations between two or universities. Approximately 18% PhD theses (178 out 970) faculties corresponding units concerned these species, most them 86), followed by 64), 15) combination species 13). scientific areas cardiology, infectious diseases, reproduction, surgery prominent all three species. A large proportion grants received small- medium-sized funding bodies, mainly running costs only limited degree salaries. During 2010–2019, other services steadily increased. growth healthcare not reflected in an increasing number publications, which no increase seen after 2014. Conclusions Despite high sports increased, contrast sector. Activities stimulating area, e.g. bodies enabling coverage salaries, are needed. may benefit strengthened cooperation countries.

Язык: Английский

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Perceived costs and benefits of companion dog keeping based on a convenience sample of dog owners

Scientific Reports, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 15(1)

Опубликована: Янв. 21, 2025

The increasing trend of dog ownership is often linked to its perceived benefits for human physical and mental well-being. However, the psychological practical demands caring a can significantly impact owner's quality life long-term success dog-owner relationship. This study aimed provide comprehensive overview both advantages disadvantages ownership, as by convenience sample Hungarian owners (N = 246), who were assumed be generally satisfied with their dogs. employed quantitative (a Cost/Benefit scale consisting 33 neutrally-phrased statements rated on seven-point scale, from − 3 + 3) qualitative methods (two open-ended questions). Quantitative results showed that short lifespan dogs most negative aspect, while belief brighten lives was positively. On average, positive higher (2.06) than ones (−0.66), supporting prediction social exchange theory in voluntary tend perceive more ownership. Qualitative findings revealed six 'benefit' three 'cost' themes. 61% considered meaningful relationship greatest benefit, frequently mentioning dog's constant presence, love, support. Additionally, 15% highlighted another species intrinsic qualities, indicating biophilia effect Regarding costs, 95% respondents identified financial, particularly health-related expenses, significant drawback, only 4–5% mentioned emotional or burdens. In data, principal component analysis core components experience: (1) emotional, physical, benefits, (2) emotions challenges, (3) time commitment. Overall, suggest clear costs though some aspects, such daily care, holiday arrangements, training, seen beneficial disadvantageous, depending owner. Even within sample, diversity owner characteristics sufficient explain why certain facets are experienced differently.

Язык: Английский

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The effects of the demographic characteristics of pet owners on their animal ownership and care behaviors

Ankara Üniversitesi Veteriner Fakültesi Dergisi, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 1 - 7

Опубликована: Март 7, 2025

In this study, the answers were obtained and evaluated from questionnaires that applied to owners of cats dogs in at least one province each region, covering all geographical regions throughout Türkiye. To do this, original questions for survey prepared evaluate information about marital status, gender, age range, education level, place residence (province, district, town, etc.), economic income animal species, care/ownership knowledge level cat dog owners. a face-to-face questionnaire was total 1000 participants cities Hatay, Mersin, Elazığ, Erzurum, Kars, Van, Afyonkarahisar, Aydın, Balıkesir, İzmir, Uşak, Gaziantep, Şanlıurfa, Ankara, Kırıkkale, Konya, Çorum, Bursa, İstanbul, Tekirdağ. A 962 (96.2%) completed its entirety, while 38 excluded evaluation due incomplete responses. According results data obtained; it has been revealed different variables such as are highly effective on specie, care ownership responsibility. As result, awareness individuals who own Türkiye measured under leadership variables, very comprehensive study put forward.

Язык: Английский

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Does Pet Attachment Affect Men’s Psychological Well-Being, Loneliness, and Perceived Social Support? A Cross-Sectional Analysis During the COVID-19 Crisis

Psychiatry International, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 6(1), С. 32 - 32

Опубликована: Март 12, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented significant challenges, including financial strains and mental health issues like depression loneliness. Human–animal interaction (HAI) offers a potential buffer, as pet ownership been linked to benefits such improved psychological well-being, increased perceived social support, reduced Furthermore, attachment pets appears moderate these effects, with more attached owners experiencing greater benefits. However, most research focused on female samples, leaving gap in understanding HAI among men. This study aimed examine the relationship between loneliness, support Greek male ages 18 45. Between January March 2021, sample of 87 participants completed demographics form four self-reported questionnaires: LAPS for attachment, WHO-5 three-item loneliness scale, MSPSS-Pets support. Hierarchical multiple regressions indicated that predicted but showed no association well-being or Age emerged predictor older men reporting higher levels, predictors were found. These findings suggest companion animals may provide emotional not alleviate broader burdens intensified during crises pandemic.

Язык: Английский

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Cohort Profile Update: Finnish Health in Teens (Fin-HIT)

International Journal of Epidemiology, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 54(2)

Опубликована: Фев. 16, 2025

Язык: Английский

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